Trump administration uses rare authority to claw back nearly $1B in spending approved by Congress
The Trump administration is canceling nearly $1 billion in congressionally approved spending. The funds were designated for immigrant services and diversity-focused initiatives.
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is canceling nearly $1 billion in spending approved by Congress, the White House announced on Friday, using a rare and contested power to axe funding for immigrant services and diversity-focused initiatives.
READ NEXT
More on the wire
AI TLDR
Amtrak Cascades will introduce new Airo trains featuring upgraded passenger amenities starting September 30. The fleet is expected to be fully operational by next spring.
AI TLDR
A new video by CityNerd explores the expansion of Seattle's Link light rail, which now connects Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond.
AI TLDR
Coast Guard crews rescued a man from the Salish Sea on Friday after his kayak capsized near Orcas Island.